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The Essence and Implementation of Ideological and Political Education within College English Curricula: A Grounded Theory Analysis

This study employs a grounded theory approach to critically analyze the essence and implementation of Ideological and Political Education (IPE) within College English curricula at Chinese universities. Analyzing 80 award-winning lesson plans from the "Teaching Star Competition" organized by the Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press, this research delineates the specific elements that constitute IPE and identifies the instructional methodologies through which it is integrated into language education. The findings highlight how IPE strategically merges linguistic training with civic education, aiming to cultivate a strong national identity and cultural pride while simultaneously enhancing students' global competencies. The core categories of IPE include critical thinking, professional ethics, and cross-cultural communication skills, all of which are supported by the innovative use of technological resources and adaptive pedagogical strategies. The study also details the comprehensive assessment mechanisms in place that evaluate both cognitive and affective outcomes, showcasing the multidimensional nature of IPE. This research contributes to the discourse on the integration of ideological education in Chinese higher education settings. This study not only clarifies the theoretical underpinnings of IPE but also offers practical insights into its operationalization, thereby guiding educational strategies aimed at achieving comprehensive educational objectives. The findings have implications for future curriculum development and educational policy reform, suggesting ways to enhance the effectiveness of IPE in fostering well-rounded individuals capable of contributing to both national and global contexts.

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Interface Design and Functional Optimization of Chinese Learning Apps Based on User Experience

This research paper investigates the interface design and functional optimization of Chinese learning apps through the lens of user experience. With the increasing popularity of Chinese language learning apps in the era of rapid mobile internet development, users' demands for enhanced interface design and interaction experience have grown significantly. The study aims to explore the influence of user feedback on the design and functionality of Chinese learning apps, proposing optimization strategies to improve user experience and learning outcomes. By conducting a comprehensive literature review, utilizing methods such as surveys and user interviews for data collection, and analyzing user feedback, this research identifies existing issues in the interface design and interaction experience of Chinese learning apps. The results present user opinions, feedback analysis, identified problems, improvement directions, and specific optimization strategies. The study discusses the potential impact of these optimization strategies on enhancing user experience and learning outcomes, compares findings with previous research, addresses limitations, and suggests future research directions. In conclusion, this research contributes to enriching the design theory of Chinese learning apps, offering practical optimization recommendations for developers, and supporting the continuous advancement of Chinese language learning apps.

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Improving innovation and entrepreneurship education in higher institutions: the impact of “Mass Entrepreneurship and Innovation” education on undergraduates’ entrepreneurial intentions

The exploration of the way "mass entrepreneurship and innovation" (MEI) education influences students' aspirations to become entrepreneurs has grown into an important area of analysis in studies related to higher education. This research intends to examine the consequences of MEI education on students' tendency towards entrepreneurship, and to put forward methods for augmenting the teaching of innovation and entrepreneurship in private higher educational establishments.To achieve this objective, questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were employed in the study, which involved a total of 197 students and five education experts. The statistical analysis of the questionnaire data revealed that MEI education was positively related to students' entrepreneurial intentions, and that both entrepreneurial experience and family entrepreneurial background played moderating roles in this relationship. The interview findings indicated that private universities could enhance educational reforms by designing talent training programs, developing diversified curricula, and developing more professional entrepreneurial platforms to encourage students' entrepreneurial intentions. This study offers fresh insights for improving and perfecting the mechanism of innovation and entrepreneurship education in private universities.

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